Recent reports suggest that Liverpool are now leading the race to sign Dani Olmo from Red Bull Leipzig. Olmo, a versatile player who can operate in midfield or on the wing, has a release clause of £51 million, which could be triggered before July 15th.
However, the deal is done only when the players sign the contract and until that moment all the rumours don't mean a lot, especially when there are some obvious reasons why Olmo isn't the best choice for the Reds
Injury record: Olmo's frequent injuries, leading to 68 missed games over the past three seasons, raise concerns about his reliability and availability for Liverpool.
Age: At 26 years old, Olmo is approaching the upper limit of Liverpool's preferred age range for signings, potentially making him less attractive compared to younger prospects.
Positional redundancy: Liverpool's depth in attacking midfield positions means Olmo's versatility may not be as crucial, with the squad already well-equipped in this area.
Comparison with Szoboszlai: Olmo's performance metrics fall short when compared to Liverpool's previous signing from RB Leipzig, Szoboszlai, who outperformed him in goals, assists, and availability. This suggests that Liverpool may have already secured a better option in Szoboszlai.
Previous recruitment choice: Liverpool's acquisition of Szoboszlai last summer indicates that they have already made their choice among Leipzig's attacking midfielders, potentially leaving little room or need for Olmo's addition to the squad.
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